Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van Catford

Man with Van Catford is committed to conducting all aspects of its business in an ethical, responsible, and transparent manner. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking from occurring within our operations and supply chains. It applies to all staff, contractors, and suppliers who work with or on behalf of Man with Van Catford.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and exploitation. We do not tolerate any practice that breaches fundamental human rights, whether within our own operations or in the activities of our suppliers and business partners.

All individuals working for Man with Van Catford, regardless of their role or employment status, are expected to uphold this policy. Any suspicion, allegation, or evidence of modern slavery will be treated with utmost seriousness and may result in termination of contracts or working relationships, alongside reporting to appropriate authorities where necessary.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Man with Van Catford provides transport and relocation services, operating primarily within the local and regional area. Our supply chains include vehicle hire and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, equipment and packaging suppliers, and other service providers involved in the support of our operations.

We recognise that some sectors within logistics, transport, and temporary labour can present a higher risk of exploitation. We are therefore committed to assessing our suppliers and partners to identify and mitigate potential risks of modern slavery.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and contractors to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. When engaging new suppliers, we seek assurance that they operate in compliance with applicable labour, employment, and human rights legislation and that they maintain appropriate policies and controls.

Where proportionate to the size and nature of the relationship, we may conduct supplier audits or request information about labour practices, recruitment methods, use of subcontractors, and compliance measures. For higher-risk relationships, we may carry out more frequent or detailed reviews and require written confirmation of adherence to anti-slavery standards.

If a supplier fails to meet our expectations or refuses to address identified concerns, we reserve the right to review, suspend, or terminate the business relationship.

Training and Awareness

We aim to build awareness among our staff so they can recognise potential signs of modern slavery and know how to respond appropriately. Training and guidance may cover topics such as identifying indicators of forced labour, understanding worker rights, and the correct use of reporting channels.

Managers and those involved in procurement or supplier management receive particular guidance on incorporating modern slavery risk considerations into their decision-making processes.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

All employees, workers, and contractors are encouraged to raise concerns at the earliest possible stage if they suspect modern slavery in any part of our operations or supply chains. Concerns can be reported to line managers, senior management, or through internal escalation procedures.

Reports will be handled sensitively and, where feasible, confidentially. No person will suffer any detrimental treatment for reporting a concern in good faith, even if it is not ultimately substantiated. We will investigate all credible reports and take appropriate remedial action where required.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We acknowledge that combating modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. Man with Van Catford is committed to regularly reviewing and improving its practices to better prevent, detect, and address risks of exploitation.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every twelve months, or more frequently if there are significant changes in our business operations, legal requirements, or identified risks. As part of the annual review, we will consider feedback, audit findings, incident reports, and developments in best practice.

Through continued vigilance, collaboration with our suppliers, and engagement with our workforce, Man with Van Catford strives to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our business or supply chains.